Appeal for Lankan expat in Bahrain

A Desperate appeal has gone out to help a Sri Lankan widow in Bahrain, who is suffering from double kidney failure, undergo medical treatment.

Fareeda Ummah Aliyar Lebbe was admitted to Salmaniya Medical Complex (SMC) in October and diagnosed with kidney failure.

Her husband was killed in a devastating tsunami that hit the Indian sub-continent seven years ago and she is the only breadwinner for her three children. The 53-year-old came to the kingdom 10 years ago to work for a Bahraini family.

She has been bedridden in the hospital for the past two months due to kidney failure.

Her sponsor says he is unable to pay for the medical expenses, but will allow her to travel back to her country.

Her brother Mohammed is working as a driver for a private company and has been in Bahrain for 18 years.He is now appealing for help as he is unable to pay for treatment either here or back home, which could cost up to BD5,000. The Sri Lankan Muslim Community is backing the appeal and trying to raise funds."She was admitted to SMC when her condition deteriorated in October," said Mohammed.The community group has raised BD100 for her, but are hoping people would donate more.

"Ms Lebbe belongs to a poor family and in desperate need for help," said a spokesman. Even if she goes back to Sri Lanka, she needs money for treatment." To donate, contact Mohammed on +973 39833043.

- Gulf Daily News